Colby on verge of return trip to state

Hornets look to contain Amherst QB in semifinal matchup

1:29 AM,
Nov. 9, 2012

Brandon Wickersham is a reason why Colby is a win away from a return trip to Camp Randall Stadium. The senior has rushed for more than 1,000 yards and 17 touchdowns heading into today's game against Amherst.

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The Colby football team knows what it takes to win at this time of the season no matter who might be on the field for the Hornets.

Despite a revamped roster that experienced early growing pains, the Hornets are a win away from making their third trip to Camp Randall Stadium in four years and having the opportunity to defend their WIAA Division 5 state championship. Standing in the way of the Hornets and this year's breakout player - running back/defensive back Brandon Wickersham - is Amherst.

The game is set for a 7 p.m. kickoff today at Goerke Park in Stevens Point. ...